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The YouTube video features a performance of “Pietà Signore,” a sacred aria composed by Alessandro Stradella, characterized by its poignant plea for divine mercy and forgiveness. The piece, delivered with a minimalist orchestral accompaniment, showcases heartfelt lyrics and a melodic structure that evokes deep spiritual reverence. The emotive delivery and classical arrangement create a powerful atmosphere of introspection and devotion, highlighting the timeless beauty and emotional depth of Stradella’s composition.

Below are the lyrics for “Pietà, Signore,” a sacred aria attributed to Alessandro Stradella, along with an English translation. The text is a prayer for divine mercy, reflecting themes of repentance and supplication. Note that the exact lyrics may vary slightly depending on the arrangement or performance, but the following is a standard version based on available sources.

**Original Italian Lyrics**
Pietà, Signore, di me dolente!
Signor, pietà, se a te giunge il mio pregar;
Non mi punisca il tuo rigor,
Meno severi, clementi ognora,
Volgi i tuoi sguardi sopra di me.
Non fia mai che nell’inferno sia dannato,
Nel fuoco eterno dal tuo rigor.
Gran Dio, giammai sia dannato
Nel fuoco eterno dal tuo rigor.
Pietà, Signore, Signor, pietà di me dolente,
Se a te giunge il mio pregare,
Meno severi, clementi ognora,
Volgi i tuoi sguardi, deh! volgi sguardi su me, Signor,
Pietà, Signore, di me dolente.

**English Translation**
Have mercy, Lord, on me in my suffering!
Lord, have mercy, if my prayer reaches you;
Do not punish me with your severity,
Less harshly, always merciful,
Turn your gaze upon me.
Never let me be condemned to hell,
In the eternal fire by your severity.
Almighty God, never let me be damned
In the eternal fire by your severity.
Have mercy, Lord, Lord, have mercy on me in my suffering,
If my prayer reaches you,
Less harshly, always merciful,
Turn your gaze, oh, turn your gaze upon me, Lord,
Have mercy, Lord, on me in my suffering.